Quantum of the Seas Begins Sailing From Shanghai, China

Quantum of the Seas which is operated by Royal Caribbean has started sailing from Shanghai, China all year round. This is the first time Royal Caribbean’s most advanced cruise ship has sailed from China. The large ship will expand the cruise lines offering within the growing Asian market.

The ship sailed a 53-night epic journey across the world from New York to Shanghai via the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea and Indian Ocean, following its inaugural season at Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, N.J. and bringing the largest group of international cruise vacationers ever – up to 4,000 guests – to Shanghai. Government officials, port authority from Baoshan district together with executives from Royal Caribbean International joined the welcome ceremony for Global Odyssey guests at Wusong International Cruise Terminal this morning.

“Chinese consumers have grown to expect the best the world has to offer, and Quantum of the Seas meets that standard like no other ship – this is a cruise from the future,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “The addition of Quantum of the Seas has increased our brand’s capacity to the highest ever in the region. There is incredible potential in the Chinese market, and bringing our newest and most technologically advanced ship to China will cement our leadership position in the area.”

The Asian market is very different compared to the North American market. Cruisers from China will have different demands and interests which Quantum of the Seas should be able to handle. The ship features the North Star, a glass capsule that takes guests more than 300 feet above the ocean for incomparable panoramic views, and the RipCord by iFly skydiving, a heart-pounding skydiving experience and FlowRider surfing simulators. Onboard there are also some innovative spaces including Two70 and Seaplex.